Psychology
Frances Kaplan
Educational Psychologist
Director of Psychological Services
HPCSA Registration: PS0134368
It is my passion and purpose to help children (and their parents…) overcome the obstacles and break through the barriers holding them back from reaching their full potential. I have a soft spot for strong-willed and rebellious children and offer comprehensive psychoeducational assessments as well as therapy and parenting support.
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I completed my Masters in Educational Psychology at the University of Johannesburg, a BPsych Honours, specialisation in trauma, at Midrand Graduate Institute and I earned my BA in Social Sciences through UNISA. I have also completed numerous continuous professional development courses over the years that have all aided in my growth as a psychologist.
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I spent the first 5 years of my career working in schools with children who have cognitive impairments and learning barriers, I then spent another 2 years working at a private mainstream schools. From here I opened a private practice in Pretoria, and have been working independently since 2017.
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I practice from a neurodiversity affirming approach, which includes being person-centered, trauma-informed and curious about a person's 'parts'. I include art, play, music and animals in my therapy.
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When I am not being a psychologist, I am a mother to 3 beautiful children, and a wife. I love spending time with my nearest and dearest, which includes a menagerie of beautiful little creatures. I enjoy collecting facts about interesting topics, reading, cooking, painting and mindless TV watching.
Sandra Crous
Educational Psychologist
HPCSA Registration: PS 0115940
I am a registered Educational Psychologist with a passion for working with children, adolescents, students, young adults and parents who experience emotional, social and behavioural challenges. I have a special interest in trauma and the impact this has on all spheres of life, including learning and development. I also conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify and address learning barriers and academic challenges. I am experienced in medico-legal assessments with a focus on third party claims, personal injury claims, and medical negligence claims.
Therapeutically, I work with children as young as two years and incorporate EMDR therapy, DBT, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy (Filial therapy), Developmental Touch Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and intensive play therapy techniques, according to each unique individual’s needs. Issues often addressed include anxiety (separation anxiety, general anxiety, social anxiety); aggression and anger; social problems; depression; grief and loss; attachment difficulties; family changes and adjustment difficulties (such as divorce or relocation); eating problems; bedwetting/soiling; nightmares; sleep problems; fears; psychosomatic symptoms; as well as PTSD and other trauma and stress-related challenges.
On a personal level, I am a wife, mother, animal-lover, music enthusiast, movie-watcher and avid reader. I speak Afrikaans and English.
